NAEYC Recognized!

Congratulations Parents and Centers!

You have chosen a program for your child that is recognized by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. NAEYC administers the largest and most widely recognized accreditation system for all types of early childhood programs and childcare centers. NAEYC is the nations largest organization of early childhood educators.

WHAT IS A HIGH QUALITY EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM?High-quality programs provide a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the development of young children.

NAEYC standards for Early Childhood Programs include :

Promote positive relationships for all children and adults.

Implement a curriculum that fosters all areas of child development cognitive, emotional, language, physical, and social.

Use developmentally, culturally, and linguistically appropriate and effective teaching approaches.

Provide ongoing assessments of child progress.

Promote the nutrition and health of children and staff.

Employ and support qualified teaching staff.

Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with families.

Establish and maintain relationships with and use resources of the community.

Provide a safe and healthy physical environment.

Implement strong program management policies that result in high-quality service.